- MA
- Middlesex County
- 8/27/24
- 08/27/2024
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Chelmsford Conservation Commission meeting on August 27 saw discussions on local drainage issues, a proposed bicycle event, and various conservation projects. Concerns over a drainage project affecting Noble Drive and State Street dominated the session, with residents expressing worries about potential downstream problems.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 8/13/24
- 08/13/2024
- 152 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Chelmsford Conservation Commission’s recent meeting on August 13 focused primarily on the proposed construction of a new walkway to improve accessibility in a local conservation area, as well as addressing significant drainage issues impacting several residents.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/25/24
- 06/25/2024
- 109 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Chelmsford Conservation Commission, a proposed development project on Hildr Street took center stage as it sought to minimize the impact on an Upland Vernal pool. The commission discussed the reconfigured plan presented by Brian Goodro, which included moving the house on Lot 4 entirely outside of the buffer zone and designating a portion of the land as Parcel X, to remain undeveloped. The commission requested further mitigation and additional information to address their concerns about the development’s proximity to the Vernal pool. Public comments raised issues regarding water drainage, the National Heritage line, and the removal of trees in the buffer zone. The commission also considered the Planning Board’s reluctance to grant waivers necessary for the project.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 139 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chelmsford Conservation Commission tackled a slate of environmental concerns, focusing particularly on the impact of several proposed development projects on local habitats, including vernal pools and forested areas. The commission’s discussions centered on the importance of protecting wetlands and wildlife, the need for review and confirmation of proposed changes to stormwater management systems, and the debate over technical challenges and the use of Zoom for meeting facilitation.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 5/14/24
- 05/14/2024
- 118 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Chelmsford Conservation Commission, one notable issues revolved around environmental management and construction impact mitigation. Key topics included the installation of monitoring wells for a stormwater management system to prevent potential contamination, the necessity of extensive testing for pollutants, and the proposal to amend various conditions for existing projects to ensure compliance with environmental standards.